Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A classic piece of mid-to-late 20th-century Western wear featuring a domed, gold-toned medallion die-struck with floral scrollwork and bright-cut engraving. Suspended below the slide are three articulating feather charms, finished with matching textured metal aglets on a braided black cord.
Story
In 1971, Arizona officially designated the bolo as its state neckwear, igniting a nationwide fashion craze. Pieces like this combined romantic cowboy swagger with playful motion in three dangling feathers.
Maker / Origin
While often produced unmarked by American Western outfitters like Crumrine, Western Express, or Tony Lama suppliers, these accessories were staples of rodeo culture, square dancing clubs, and Southwestern formal attire.
Condition & Value
Appears in very good vintage condition with bright gold-toned plating intact, clean cord braiding, and undamaged feather charms and tips. Crisp cosmetic condition preserves its full decorative appeal.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.